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Hele-On to offer free bus passes to high school students this upcoming school year

With ongoing staffing shortages for school bus drivers, the state will partner with counties for the second year in a row to provide transportation for students attending Hawai‘i public schools.

Discover the latest in public transit at ‘Meet the Bus’ event in Kona July 11

The Hawaiʻi County Mass Transit Agency invites the public to participate in the “Meet the Bus” event on July 11. Attendees can interact with agency representatives, explore alternative-fueled buses, and learn about the latest developments in public transportation.

Mitch Roth emphasizes sustainability in his State of Hawaiʻi County address

Throughout his 45-minute 2023 State of the County address Monday, attended by dignitaries including Hawai‘i County Council Chairwoman Heather Kimball and several Council members, Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami, representatives of Maui County and Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green, Hawai‘i Mayor Mitch Roth touched on several issues and topics, including affordable housing, homelessness, infrastructure, public transportation, economic development and public safety, among others.

Andoh Committed to Steering Mass Transit, Hele-On System to The ‘Next Level’

John Andoh says he was hooked on public transportation at a young age.

Intra Kona 2 Bus Route Canceled

The Intra Kona 2 bus route service has been canceled today.

Big Island to Get 10 New Buses With Federal Grant

The Federal Transit Administration awarded a $6.5 million grant to the state in order to purchase new buses for Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Island.